B2 Visa Extension

[greenshackles]

I have a B2 visa that was issued in January. (1/11) It's a 10 year visa that expires in 2020. The duration is for 6 months. Till 7/6/11

I am taking ESL classes and would like to renew it for an additional 6 months. How best can I renew it for an additional 6 months?

Do I need to go back to my country and apply for extension or can I do it in the US?
If I need to go back to my country of citizenship..I am planning to go back to my country in August. Can I renew it then or should I go back before 7/6 and renew it.

What documents will I need to submit to renew it?
I have registration and other paperwork on the 1 year ESL course I am taking. Will that suffice?

Your input would be much appreciated

Thanks

 

[namecheckvictim]

You can file I-539 to request extension of your B-2.

 

[greenshackles]

Thanks

You can file I-539 to request extension of your B-2.

Thanks for your input. can this be done in the US or will I need to back to my country of citizenship to apply.

 

[namecheckvictim]

Thanks for your input. can this be done in the US or will I need to back to my country of citizenship to apply.

You can't file extension of stay from your home country, you can only apply for extension of stay while you are in the US.
You can go before your stay expires and come again but using a B1/B2 is a business/visit visa and will not work if the reason to enter the US is to join school.